The Perfect Holiday Outfit

As we're well into the holiday season I can't but help to find myself pursuing the racks for not only gifts for friends and family, but ensembles to wear to the variety of parties I've promised to attend.

Above is an outfit, hair, and makeup look that I think is totally posh, playful, and appropriate for any holiday soiree.

Let's start with the dress. The dress is a folded-sequin silk-organza dress is by Adam and absolutely beautiful. This is party piece itself! Layers upon layers of folded dark-purple/black and gold sequins! I love the simple V-neck, pleated skirt, and exposed silver zipper. This is such an understated statement piece and the classic shape would look quite lovely on a variety of body types.

I paired this dress with some delicious red pumps. These heels are by Yves Saint Laurent. I love mixing textures and these suede pumps are exquisite. Although the dress is full of bright sequins, I feel as though the two paired together look simply divine!

To accessorize I chose a subtle snake skin leather clutch from Intermixonline.com. Again, it's the  inconspicuous way you choose to mix and match textures that can really make an outfit.  I love the feminine envelope shape of the purse as well as the size. You'll be able to fit more than a $20 and your car key! - Ha! The best thing about this clutch though is that you can match it with very casual outfits as well. Very versatile.

Because the dress and shoes are such statement pieces, I didn't want to clutter the look with a ton of jewelry. I chose one large sapphire blue cocktail ring for the right middle finger. The love the classic, but sexy look of one large ring on your hand. I toned down this piece with a subtle nail polish color by Essie. This color is Sew Psyched from Essie's Fall 2010 collection. I love the rich gray tone. I have been absolutely obsessed with gray toned nail polishes, including another Essie Nail Polish entitled Chinchilly. OPI's You Don't Know Jacques! would work really well too!

As for hair and makeup, I thought a really tossled simple barely-there-updo would look sensational. Putting your hair up with really pretty bobby pins accented with silver rosettes would add a really finished touch. Try checking out this set by Paris, however I am very sure you could find something at a much more reasonable price! 

To finish the look you need the perfect makeup. I chose to use this palette by Lauren Luke entitled My Smokey Classics Palette.  My Smokey Classics Palette includes a bevy of complementary beauty essentials to create sultry eyes, flushed cheeks, and luscious lips. This palette includes two blendable shadow primers - Nude Slip Dark & Nude Slip Light, three flattering eye shadows - Antique Pewter, Twilight Ash & Cashmere Cream, one defining eyeliner - Raven Black, one contouring blush - Peach Glow, two luscious lip shades - Plumberry & Cranberry Stain, and one My Glossy Lips lip gloss in Sheer. What else could a girl ask for?

And there ya go! My idea of an absolutely perfect holiday outfit!

Let me know what you think!

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My Fabulously *Mostly* Faux Holiday Gift List!

Hey Everyone!

If you're like me you're almost (or already done) your holiday shopping! Black Friday and Cyber Monday are my days to shop! After clipping coupons and bookmarking shops online the week prior, I totally set myself up to splurge for the entire four day span! Here I've compiled a list of some gifts I'd love to receive and some wishful-not-gonna-happen-unless-I'm-Kim-Kardashian purchases. I'm sure you'll be able to spot the difference!

1.  Joie Somerville Paper Leather Jacket - $748

How absolutely beautiful is this coat? I even love the gray. It's one of Rachel Zoe's picks on Piperlime and I cannot agree more with her. The jacket is loud, but simple all at the same time. It's one of those pieces that you would have for life -- that would just get better with age! The details are absolutely exquisite and the fit would flatter all shapes. Hitting you just above your hips, this jacket sure knows how to work your curves!





2. Christian Louboutin's Pigalle 120 polka-dot pumps -$595

These incredibly sexy heels measuring approximately 5 inches high hold up a classic metallic-silver stitched polka-dot patterned pump. They definitely stay true to Christian Louboutin's iconic black satin pumps with sparkle. I am completely in love with these shoes. Picture it - skinny jeans, a simple top, refined jewelry -- I would let these babies do the talking! They are extremely versatile and allow you to pair them with a variety of wardrobe styles.

  



3. OPI's Skin Teal We Drop - $9
 

This color by OPI comes from their Winter 2010 collection. I'm not really a blue/green lover for my nails, but for some reason I am just so attracted to this color. I love the subtle quality of the blue, but how the deep rich color gives off a very refined appeal. The warmth of the tone reminds me very much of OPI's Lincoln Park After Dark. I know it would be easy to steer clear of an "out of your comfort zone" color, but I have firm beliefs that it will not let you down!

4. Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Bellevue PM in Pomme D'Amour - $895

The bag I have my eye on is the smaller version of the Louis Vuitton Bellevue style and I am completely won over by this very expensive monogram embossed patent leather bag. I adore the regal feel and I have dreams of pairing it with simple casual outfits (for some reason I am all about pairing casual outfits with an amazing piece). It's such a statement and for just under $900 it could be all mine. Ha! A girl can dream though right?





5.  Burberry Check Rain Boots - WIN them via Auction on Oohilove.com

 Here I go with the classic style again! I think all gals need a pair of these! They are adorable and - get this - actually functional! Paired with just about anything these shoes can get us where we want to be, but without ruining a pair of heels in the process. And the very best part? You can score these babies for a fraction of the price on Oohilove!

You're just a few bids away from splashing in Burberry!



6.  12 Flash Color Case by Make Up For Ever - $95

I'm sure you've seen this palette before! The 12 shades offer so much versatility and fun. I've seen several bloggers and YouTuber's use this palette, but I can't seem to justify the price tag -- no matter how badly I want it!  These twelve cream shadows can be mixed and matched to create so many different looks. You don't have to be a professional makeup artist to enjoy something this divine!


 


7. Ray-Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses - $195

I love the retro yet modern shape of these sunglasses and out my entire wish list I may just want these the most! Even though I live in New York City I am much more a Charlotte than a Carrie. The styles and shapes I usually go for are tragically classic at times, therefore I am quite surprise how in love I am with these pair of shades!

I would even wear them at night! (Because, you know, the sun never sets on a bad ass! ha!)



All in all I think it's perfectly healthy once in a while to totally online window shop and daydream. With online shops like Oohilove though, we no longer have to drool on our computer screens! You can win fabulous designer bags, shoes, clothes and more for almost nothing!

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Top Favorite Makeup Items for a Perfect Holiday Look!

As the first of the holidays loom I'm sure you've already committed to yourself to a few holiday events. Whether it be Thanksgiving at Aunt Bunny's house or the annual work party you have most weekends on lock down. To save myself from going into debt before I even buy holiday presents, I like to pick out a few key separates and a makeup look that I can mix and match for all the parties/family gatherings I've agreed to attend. In years past I've stopped at Nordstroms or Neimans before every single holiday soiree and hit up the MAC counter at least twice. Add to the present I'm most likely carrying in hand and this girl is broke! I usually have to ring in the New Year with Chinese takeout - we'll maybe not that bad, but I do have to pick up that cheap-stomach-ache bottle of champagne! Below I've created a simple and sleek look that will translate to any party you're attending within the next few weeks. It's super easy to do! n the tutorial I show my Top Favorite Holiday Makeup Items. Whether it be a versatile palette, an liquid eyeliner that does not require a steady hand to achieve perfection, or an elegant lip - I've got you covered!


Due to the lovely Christmas song I chose to accompany the tutorial I cannot embed on an outside source, please go here to watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gMViKPAV3g

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Happy Holidays!

My Favorite Nail Polishes - Right NOW!

Hi Everyone!

When it comes to shoes, handbags or even nail polishes colors I'm a repeat offender. If I love a shade I tend to hold it near and dear to my heart. The following five polish shades are my tried and true absolute favorites for the fall months. They are perfect for work, a night out with the girls, a date with your beau, or just a lazy Sunday as you attempt to make some homemade pumpkin pie!

This first shade is OPI's Lincoln Park at Midnight. This shade has much more famous sister, perhaps you've heard of her? Lincoln Park After Dark. LPAM is a little less deep of a purple than After Dark, as it has a subtle iridescent quality to it that I really love. I often can't apply this bad boy myself - dark colors and steady hands go together like Turkey and Thanksgiving. I'm a Chicken. I can't usually get this color on my tiny grow-less finger nails. Maybe that's why I love love love this shade. I can only wear it on a special occasion or occasions where I have two hours to apply polish! This shade is perfect  for day or night and it yields a very sexy sophisticated quality.

OPI's I'm Not Really A Waitress is a color that I love for holiday parties with friends. It's almost a classic red, but with a punch. I love the shimmery quality and (for once) the super easy application. This color definitely reminds me the holiday season and it's perfect when you want to feel feminine, but sexy all at the same time. This polish color changes my mood in a heart beat. It's a super warm rich shade and although red tends is synonymous with chipping, OPI makes sure the shade lasts, lasts, lasts!

OPI's Yucatan If U Want is a deep mauve shade and it reminds me a day of apple picking! Since I'm an East Coast gal I can't help but to be suckered into fall foliage events and activities. I love this shade because it's not in your face at all. It's clean and warm.

Essie's Chinchilly is a gray color that I just can't seem to get enough of. I don't normally go for such a neutral color, however this color is definitely a subtle show stopper. When wearing this shade I've had people come up to me and asking what I'm wearing. Essie's polishes by far have the best non-chipping formula. I love way it goes with my entire fall wardrobe, but makes it's very own statement.

C'mon you'd know I'd have one classic fall color. This my classic red, Chanel's Image Rose. I love this for when I want to wear something that truly reminds me of holidays. Think Macy's Window, Madison Square Garden, and "A Christmas Carol." When I'm having an Audrey moment I reach for this color. You can't go wrong with a very sophisticated red on your nails.


So that's it - my favorite polishes right now! What are some of yours?

xo!

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